A100
WHITEWATER ACADEMY
11600 WHITE RAPIDS RD, Charlotte, NC 28214
Public School Lunch · NC permit/State ID 2060110209
Latest gradeA (100)
Last inspectedSep 16, 2026
Inspections on record42
On record sinceSep 25, 2013
Score history
May 14, 2014Higher is betterSep 16, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 16, 2026 A 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Lettuce not being used currently.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 14, 2026 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jan 7, 2026 A 99.5 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: High temp dish machine was repair over holiday break.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed two large wall mounted fans with dust and debris build up.
Sep 8, 2025 A 99.5 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: High Temp Dish machine is waiting for approved parts delivery. PIC is currently using 3-comp-sink.
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed ice machine with slight pink residue starting to accumulate on white interior panel. PIC stated TWC will be here this week to have unit serviced.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5
Repeat violation
REPEAT
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed large wall mounted fans with dust and debris build up. Increase frequency of cleaning units.
May 14, 2025 A 99 · 2 violations
#13 · Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated −1
Corrected during inspection
3-101.11 Food shall be safe for consumption, unadulterated and honestly presented. -P Observed 2 boxes of adulterated orangs stored in WIC. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded both boxes.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed metal filter grate above WIC with dust/debris build up in need of cleaning or replacement. PIC placed work order.
Dec 13, 2024 A 99 · 2 violations
#13 · Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated −1
Corrected during inspection
3-202.15 Food packaging must be in good condition, intact and protect the food inside. Pf Observed a damaged can of pinto beans stored on the shelf. CDI - PIC discarded damaged can of pinto beans.
#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observation: Five wet wiping cloths were stored on countertops and steam tables. CDI - PIC prepared a quaternary sanitizing solution and placed the wiping cloths inside the red sanitizer buckets. These red buckets were positioned throughout the kitchen area.
Sep 6, 2024 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-P Observed in-use two clear spray bottles of sanitizer not diluted concentration was above 400PPM. CDI - PIC was able to dilute concentration down to 200PPM.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed malfunction reach in warmer. PIC stated work order has been placed and no foods are kept in reach in warmer.
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed reach in cooler and warmer with deformed gaskets showing a fairly large gap. PIC stated work order has been placed.
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed outside dumpster without drain plug.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
6-201.17 (A) Wall and ceiling attachments shall be easily cleanable in the kitchen areas. Observed wall mounted fan near dish room with heavy dust/debris built up. Debris/dust is visible on the wall. Increase frequency of cleaning to minimize contamination to clean rack and clean equipment/utensils.
May 13, 2024 A 99 · 3 violations
#17 · Proper disposition of returned, previously served, reconditioned & unsafe food −1
Corrected during inspection
3-701.11(A) Food that is unsafe, adulterated, or not honestly presented shall be discarded or reconditioned according to an approved procedure. -P Observed container of molded strawberries in walk in cooler. CDI - PIC discarded container strawberries.
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals
6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. Observed rear door to kitchen with gaps along the bottom of door. PIC will placed work order.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-201.17 (A) Wall and ceiling attachments shall be easily cleanable in the kitchen areas. Observed wall mounted fan near dish area with dust/debris built up.
Feb 23, 2024 A 99 · 1 violation
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. Observed gap under back door.
Sep 7, 2023 A 97.5 · 3 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed a pitcher in front hand sink. CDI employee moved pitcher .
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5
4-703.11(B) After being cleaned in a mechanical dish machine, equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be sanitized in the dish machine by achieving a utensil surface temperature of 160F as measured by a max/min thermometer.-P. Observed dish machine final rinse temperature only reaching 149F. PIC stated a work order has been submitted and she is waiting for repair. PIC will use 3 comp sink to sanitize all dishes. VR needed 9-10-23
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following weblink: Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 .
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed box of food in floor in dry storage area. CDI PIC put on a shelf. REPEAT Points not escalated due to improvement.
Apr 18, 2023 A 99 · 2 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P Observed Quat sanitizer in 3 comp sink below 50ppm. Sanitizer water was 117F. CDI PIC emptied compartment and made a new sanitizer batch at proper concentration
For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1
Repeat violation
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed box of bags and container of rice on floor. CDI PIC put items on shelf. No deliveries today. REPEAT
Jan 11, 2023 A 98 · 3 violations
#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf. Observed one of the hand sink without paper towels. CDI- Paper towels provided all refilled. -1 pts-
#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed boxes stored on the floor in WIF and in dry storage. PIC stated they just got delivery this morning. all items will be off the floor by the end of the shift. -0 pts-
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −1
Repeat violation
REPEAT
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed one dumpster plug missing and the other one is not really in good condition. Need to replace/ repair. -1 pts-
Dec 2, 2022 A 98 · 3 violations
#21 · Proper hot holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ. Observed chicken patties sandwich measured below 135F for Hot Holding. CDI- PIC reheat patties up to 197F and reassembled sandwiches for serving. -1.5 pts-
#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ. Observed milks in milk boxes measure at 42F- 43F. Ambient temperature of unit measured below 41F. CDI- PIC keep door closed when not in used by children, temperature of milks came down below 41F. -0 pts-
#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed dumpster lid left opened when not in used. Keep closed to prevent harborage of insects/rodents when not actively in used.
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed one dumpster missing drain plug, need replace/repair. -0.5 pts-
Sep 8, 2022 A 98.5 · 2 violations
#15 · Food separated & protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. For more information on food storage order please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed unwashed lettuce over RTE carrots. CDI-PIC moved lettuce to the bottom.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observed low grout in the dish machine area.
May 13, 2022 A 99.5 · 3 violations
#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed ice machine with pink build-up on the inside lip of the ice tray. CDI-PIC took a clean towel and cleaned off the pink build-up
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed 1 stand up cooler not working (not in use) and 1 HH unit with a gasket that is not in place.
#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. 4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves in the WIC with black/white build-up. PIC said one the school year is over they take out the equipment and clean it before they come back next year.
Feb 9, 2022 A 100 · 2 violations
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed hotbox thermometer reading below 135F, EHS put thermometer inside and it was reading 180F. Thermometer will need to be adjusted for proper reading. Observed a broke shelf in the back laundry room.
#56 · Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
6-303.11 Provide required lighting intensity. Observed the laundry and chemical room with less than 10FC, 1 light was hanging loose and the other one wasn't working. Maintenance was on site and they fixed while EHS was on site.
Nov 17, 2021 A 100 · 3 violations
#5 · Procedures for responding to vomiting & diarrheal events
Corrected during inspection
2-501.11 A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. -Pf For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. --Observed only the vomit clean up poster, no plan on site. No points taken today due to this being the first inspection since the 2017 FC adoption. CDI-EHS sent an email with the information.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed a broken shelf in the chemical room area. Chalking at the handsink area is needed.
#48 · Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Corrected during inspection
4-302.13 (B) Provide an approved Max/Min thermometer for testing sanitizing temperatures in hot water warewashing machines. The thermometer must be readily accessible. -Pf --Observed no high temp irreversible thermometer. No points taken today due to this being the first inspection since the 2017 FC adoption. CDI-EHS sent an email with the information.
Sep 27, 2021 A 98.5 · 4 violations
#13 · Food separated and protected −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-302.11(A) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. -P Observed unwashed tomatoes, and apples over RTE carrots and ranch. CDI-PIC moved apples to the bottom shelf.
#15 · Proper disposition of returned, previously served, reconditioned, and unsafe food
Corrected during inspection
3-701.11 Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe, Adulterated, or Contaminated Food - P Observed cheese sauce DM from 9/10, it had mold on the inside. PIC said they do not use this product anymore and they just transferred over a week ago. CDI-PIC voluntarily discarded.
#43 · Single-use and single-service articles; properly stored and used
4-903.11(A) Store single-use and single-service articles to prevent contamination and at least 6 inches off the floor. Observed boxes of single use straws on the ground. PIC said they had a delivery today.
#45 · Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed bent shelf in the WIC. Gaskets in the HH box-near the right of the serving line-don't seal well. Needs to seal properly for proper HH.
Apr 20, 2021 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 15, 2021 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jul 20, 2020 A 100 · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 10, 2020 A 98.5 · 3 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized −1.5
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P. Observed sanitizers at the three compactment sink and at in use containers with concentrations lower than manufacturers requirement. CDI. PIC diluted to right concentrations.
#35 · Food properly labeled: original container
Corrected during inspection
3-302.12 Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food - C Observed sugar container with no label on it. CDI.PIC. labelled the container.
#37 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
Corrected during inspection
6-404.11 Designate a separate area for items that are not for use and are being held for credit, such as dented cans or recalled products. -Pf. Observed dented can stored in same place as non dented cans. CDI.PIC removed the can to a designated area.
Sep 26, 2019 A 97.5 · 3 violations
#8 · Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible −1
Corrected during inspection
5-205.11 Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf. Observed two handwashing sinks at different times holding a red sanitizer bucket while employee used sanitizer to clean exteriors of equipment. CDI - PIC corrected her, explaining that handsinks are only used for handwashing.
#20 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P. Observed cut lettuce salad in reach in cooler measuring 48F. CDI - PIC removed all salads from reach in cooler, opened them, and placed them in the freezer for quick chilling. They reached 35F within about 15 minutes. He then showed us that he had documented cooling to 41F for the same salads earlier this morning. He said an employee rolls out a rack of three trays of salads after they have cooled and places them into the reach in cooler. He will look to ensure they move quickly from the cooling cooler to the holding cooler.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean
6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed dust from ceiling vent had built up on ceiling and top of wall nearby. Also observed mounted fan had dust clinging to blades and guard wires.
Apr 11, 2019 A 98 · 7 violations
#14 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Corrected during inspection
4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations. -P Observed sanitizer low at the 3 compartment sink; concentration was right below 200 ppm. CDI - added quat to solution. Solution in compliance.
#19 · Proper hot holding temperatures −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Observed burger and nuggets in temperature danger zone. Advised to turn up equipment. CDI - reheated the product to proper temperature.
#22 · Time as a Public Health Control: procedures and records
Corrected during inspection
3-501.19 Provide and follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC). Clearly mark foods with begin and end times. All food not sold by the end of 4 hours shall be discarded. -P/Pf Observed product on TPHC was not held accountable for on time control. CDI - wrote time on board.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Corrected during inspection
3-304.14(B) Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment shall be held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at the proper concentration. Observed sanitizer buckets low concentration of quat. CDI - refilled with new solution at proper concentration.
#47 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Non Food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or residue. Observed dish machine with debris on it.
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained −0.5
Repeat violation
5-501.16 Provide waste bins in required areas including at handwash sinks. REPEAT VIOLATION. Observed handsinks in need of trash cans. Provide trash cans to all handsinks.
#53 · Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean
6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Observed grout missing from in between tile at the dish pit.
Dec 13, 2018 A 97.5 · 4 violations
#21 · Proper date marking and disposition −1.5
Corrected during inspection
3-501.17 Date mark/label all TCS foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -Pf- Observed beef and rice in the walk in cooler without any date mark. PIC stated the items were made yesterday and the plastic bag had been changed. CDI- PIC was able to properly date mark the items.
#26 · Toxic substances properly identified, stored, and used −1
Corrected during inspection
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf- Observed large red buckets with wiping cloths stored inside with label wearing off. CDI- PIC insturcted an employee to re-label the containers.
#39 · Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses. - Observed several buckets of sanitizer holding wiping cloths at 50-100 ppm QUAT. PIC had employee change the concentration of the sanitizer to 150 ppm QUAT
#52 · Garbage and refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
5-501.16 Provide waste bins in required areas including at handwash sinks.- Observed several handsinks in need of a waste bin.
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors.- Observed doors and lids open to the dumpsters.
Jun 7, 2018 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Feb 14, 2018 A 95 · details not yet loaded
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Nov 2, 2017 A 96 · details not yet loaded
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May 22, 2017 A 98 · details not yet loaded
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Mar 7, 2017 A 96.5 · details not yet loaded
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Nov 29, 2016 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Sep 15, 2016 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded
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Apr 25, 2016 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded
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Feb 9, 2016 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Nov 23, 2015 A 99.5 · details not yet loaded
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Jul 15, 2015 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Mar 16, 2015 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Dec 9, 2014 A 99 · details not yet loaded
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Sep 24, 2014 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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May 14, 2014 A 98 · details not yet loaded
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Jan 7, 2014 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Sep 25, 2013 A 98.5 · details not yet loaded
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “WHITEWATER ACADEMY” or State ID 2060110209). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.